Semesters and courses
The first semester is aimed at acquiring fundamentals of Economics, Management, Statistics and Econometrics. These courses are complemented by an introduction to Ethics and electives on Political Sciences and Law. The first semester courses are offered at the University of Bologna.
The second and third semesters are devoted to the development of advanced and specialised skills on current issues in the healthcare sector. Eu-HEM students choose one out of four specialisation tracks. Each specialisation track is taught by two of the partner universities in cooperation, and students spend one semester at each university delivering the track.
The fourth semester is dedicated to the master thesis. Students will write a scientific master thesis on a topic related to one of the subjects covered within the specialisation of their choice. The objective of the thesis is to show that the student is able to perform scientific research individually and to report and discuss the study and its conclusions in a clear way. Suggestions for a master thesis topic can be made by the student, a lecturer or an external party from the public or private sector.
Which track will you choose?
Right after starting the programme in Bologna, Italy, you will be choosing the track that you want to follow. The track you choose also determines which other two European cities you will be studying at.
- Health Economics & Policy | Oslo & Bologna
Economic Evaluation in Healthcare | Rotterdam & Oslo
- Management of Healthcare Institutions | Oslo & Innsbruck
Population Health Management | Innsbruck & Rotterdam
Setting you up for success
To ensure you get the most out of this programme, we offer additional events. After your arrival in Bologna, you will meet all students and staff during the Welcome Days at the start of the academic year. After your first year, we invite you to the Summer School, where we provide you with all the information you need to start working on your thesis. Finally, our Career Event will prepare you for your future career and help you gain a better impression of the job market. During this event you can expand your network as both academic staff and stakeholders are present.
For a complete overview of the programme, tracks and the courses at each university please visit the Eu-HEM website.